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Maya Hodison/Lawrence Times
Lawrence Life October 30, 2025 - 2:44 pm

‘Spooky librarian’ matches thrill-seeking readers with eerie fiction

by Maya Hodison

Christina James doesn’t read to feel good — “I want to feel like I survived,” she says. James is a readers’ services assistant at the Lawrence Public Library and a self-proclaimed horror enthusiast.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events October 17, 2025 - 8:34 pm

Trunk-or-treats, haunted scavenger hunts and more family-friendly Halloween events in Lawrence this month

by Lawrence Times

It’s that time of year when kids get to gorge on candy and indulge in all of their dress-up dreams. Here are some trunk-or-treats and other ghoulish events that are perfect for the whole family.

Arts & Events October 17, 2025 - 12:41 pm

KPR’s Live Day to feature classical music in person and over the air, including Halloween concert

by Lawrence Times

The community can soon tune in to the radio and visit the Lawrence library for a full day of free live classical music performances.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events October 7, 2025 - 7:21 pm

Dozens of Halloween-themed events, fall festivals for adults coming up in Lawrence

by Lawrence Times

Tricks and treats aren’t just for Lawrence kids. There are plenty of spine-tingling events around town geared toward adults, including haunted houses, “Rocky Horror Show” performances, spooky burlesque and more.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events October 31, 2024 - 9:51 pm

Kids, families, couples trick-or-treat in downtown Lawrence

by Maya Hodison

Downtown Lawrence’s annual trick-or-treating event drew flocks of people decked out in their Halloween costumes, including a massive praying mantis, several movie characters, and some feelings.

August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Arts & Events October 10, 2024 - 5:31 pm

Annual Lawrence Zombie Walk to unleash the undead at sundown

by Maya Hodison

Zombies, ghouls and vampires alike will be traveling down Lawrence’s Massachusetts Street when the sun descends next Thursday evening.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events October 7, 2024 - 6:36 pm

It’s spooky season! Here are Lawrence’s Halloween-themed events for the family this month

by Molly Adams

From trunk-or-treat events to Bluey and the traditional Zombie Walk to downtown trick or treating, here are enough events to keep even the most motivated candy collectors busy this Halloween season in Lawrence.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events October 31, 2023 - 9:38 pm

Downtown Lawrence trick-or-treating draws families in vibrant Halloween costumes

by Maya Hodison

Penguins, superheroes, witches and more hit downtown Lawrence Tuesday to stock up on Halloween candy.

Arts & Events October 26, 2023 - 8:29 pm

13 Halloween-themed events coming up in Lawrence

by Lawrence Times

Grab your costume and a large bag — it’s trick-or-treating time in Lawrence. Here’s a roundup of some fun and spooky events in the area. Most involve gratuitous amounts of candy.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events October 26, 2023 - 11:56 am

Haunting Humanities draws Lawrence crowd for spooky, science fair-style fun

by Molly Adams

Haunting Humanities was back this year to frighten, entertain and educate community members during the Halloween season.

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